Milford Sound Helicopter Flight & Glacier Landing

Highlights

• 1.5 hour helicopter tour over Milford Sound and the glaciers
• Discover the 3 largest glaciers in the South Island
• Spectacular glacier or alpine landing
• Share with others or private charter options

Description

Discover the awe-inspiring Milford Sound and the beauty of the Southern Alps on a memorable 1.5 hour helicopter experience with Over The Top from Queenstown. Just a helicopter ride away from Queenstown, three of the South Island’s largest glaciers are tucked away in the Southern Alps. The Milford Sound and Glacier experience with Over The Top combines a scenic flyover of the famous Milford Sound with a spectacular landing at one of the glaciers, or another superb alpine location.

After meeting your pilot at the Over The Top base in Queenstown Airport, settle in onboard the custom black helicopter ready for a completely unique helicopter experience. The Milford Sound and Glacier helicopter tour begins with a 30 minute flight over the Southern Alps towards Milford Sound. Gaze down at the rushing waterfalls and snow-capped peaks surrounding this spectacular inlet from the Tasman Sea. Milford Sound is affectionately known in New Zealand as the unofficial eighth wonder of the world and with a view from onboard your Over The Top helicopter, you are sure to understand why.

From Milford Sound, your Over The Top helicopter pilot flies north towards the three glaciers, each of which sits at 6000ft above sea level. Don’t forget your camera as you won’t be able to resist capturing the magic of this untouched alpine environment from your window. Included on your Milford Sound and Glacier tour with Over The Top is an incredible alpine landing next to one of the glaciers or in another beautiful alpine location, so you can get a feel for the scenery that you have admired from above.

After a wonderful tour above Milford Sound and getting up close and personal with the glaciers, make your way back to Queenstown with a scenic helicopter flight over rainforests, mountains and frozen lakes.

Over The Top Helicopters
Unique to Queenstown, Over The Top - The Helicopter Company has a growing fleet allowing private charter groups to choose which helicopter would suit your party. Depending on group size and preferences, Over The Top offer a choice between the Airbus Squirrel or EC130 Eurocopter.

The Airbus Squirrel
Seating up to six passengers, with two up front and a four person bench behind, the AS350 Airbus Squirrel is a worldwide favourite. This helicopter is popular for aerial photography and, due to its mission capabilities, is often chosen for television and cinema filming or missions.

EC130 Eurocopter
The EC130 Eurocopter boasts unparalleled viewing with large windows perfect for sightseeing. This helicopter is ideal for VIP transfers and sightseeing trips, with the benefits of a quiet engine, maximum comfort and panoramic visibility.

Trip Includes

• 1.5 hour helicopter experience
• Milford Sound flyover
• Glacier or alpine landing
• Friendly and experienced pilot

Duration

• Allow 1.5 hours

Departures

• 9:00am, 11:30am & 2:00pm
• Departs from Over The Top at The Blue Hangar, 10 Tex Smith Lane, Queenstown Airport (opposite New World)
• Transfers available from your Queenstown accommodation

Other Information

• Departure times are approximate and can change depending on demand
• Bring a camera, sunglasses, a warm jacket and suitable shoes to wear in the snow
• Transfers will arrange for pick up 30 minutes prior to your flight time
• Parking available at The Blue Hangar if self driving
• For private charters, choose between Over The Top's custom helicopters: AS350 Squirrel (up to 5/6 passengers) or EC130 Eurocopter (up to 6 passengers) 

Normal Retail Prices

• Milford & The Glaciers (per person): NZD$1400.00
• Private Charter:
  • AS350 Squirrel (up to 5/6 pax) NZD$5600.00
  • EC130 Eurocopter (up to 6 pax) NZD$6800.00

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